Quote by Barbara Jordan

For all of its uncertainty, we cannot flee the future.

For all of its uncertainty, we cannot flee the future.

Summary

This quote acknowledges that the future is an unknown and often unpredictable entity. It suggests that although we may fear or feel uncertain about what lies ahead, we cannot escape it. It emphasizes the inevitability of facing and navigating the future, suggesting that rather than avoiding or evading it, we must confront it with courage and adaptability. This quote implies that by accepting and embracing the uncertainties of the future, we can better prepare ourselves to overcome challenges and seize opportunities that come our way.

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